- 01m10s | Research Lab
Scrutinizing a call for a Propaganda mechanic in the Civilization series, and then a proposal to overhaul the approach to the series' technology tree (08m02s).
- 14m48s | Theatre
A gaming journalist's account of their first foray into Civ through its fifth iteration, and then two panelists account some of their own recent games within it (29m29s; recorded for Episode 163).
- 35m17s | News
Moving with Civilization IV Lead Designer Soren Johnson to Stardock Systems where he is reportedlyconsulting, according to the company's Chief Executive Officer.
- 38m58s | Miscellaneous
Daring to rank the primary titles in the Civilization series and its connection to a game research effort (55m03s).

- Intro/Outro | Miscellaneous
A euphemism's surprising announcer, well wishes and then saved by the segue.

Recording live before a listening audience every other Saturday, PolyCast is a bi-weekly audio production in an ongoing effort to give the Civ community an interactive voice on game strategy; listeners are encouraged to follow the show on Twitter, and check out the YouTube channel for caption capability. Sibling show RevCast focuses on Civilization: Revolution, ModCast on Civ modding, SCivCast on Civ social gaming and TurnCast on Civ multiplay.